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About Lighthouse Field

Welcome to Lighthouse Field, a sprawling 38-acre state beach park at 701 West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz. This open, grassy coastal space is ideal for community gatherings, open-air markets, seasonal activities, and festive events like Caroling Under the Stars. With no fixed seating, Lighthouse Field relies on grass lawns, picnic sites, and benches to create flexible spaces for guests. This page provides a practical guide to using Lighthouse Field for events, including parking, transportation, and nearby accommodations and dining options.

Whether you’re planning a one-day festival, a seasonal market, or a casual community gathering, Lighthouse Field offers a scenic, welcoming backdrop close to downtown Santa Cruz. Secure your space with trusted partners, follow local regulations for outdoor events, and enjoy convenient access from multiple parking lots along West Cliff Drive. If you’re visiting for a concert or market, consider staying nearby at one of the surrounding hotels and dining at local restaurants to complete your coastal experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address/location: 701 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (Point Santa Cruz/Lighthouse Field area).
  • Venue type: State Beach public park (Lighthouse Field State Beach) with grass picnic areas and trails; not a conventional concert venue.
  • Size/capacity: Approximately 38 acres; no fixed seating capacity as it is an open park/beach area.
  • Parking: Numerous public parking lots along West Cliff Drive.
  • Seating/chart: No formal seating chart; amenities include grass lawns, picnic sites, and benches rather than a conventional seating layout.
  • Transit: Bus service and The Santa Cruzer Beach & Downtown Shuttle serve the area.
  • Notable events hosted: Caroling Under the Stars (annual Christmas event); West Cliff Outdoor Market and other open-street/open-park events are held in the Lighthouse Field area.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Paradox (611 Ocean Street); Dream Inn Santa Cruz (175 West Cliff Drive); West Cliff Inn (174 West Cliff Drive).